If you find yourself saying quietly or aloud, “God, I’m not okay” please know there is a seat at the table for you here.
This retreat is designed for those of us in the middle years of life who are carrying losses that others might not see—the end of a season, a shift in health, or a relationship that didn’t go the way we planned. It’s a soft place to land when you’re tired of pretending you have it all together.
What to Expect
We won't try to "fix" you. Instead, we’ll walk through three interconnected movements together:
1. Finding Understanding: We’ll put names to the heavy feelings you’ve been carrying, helping your mind settle and your heart feel a little less alone.
2. Practical Tools for Home: You’ll learn simple, life-giving rhythms—like setting boundaries and finding moments of music or laughter—that actually fit into your daily life.
3. A Space for Grace: Most importantly, we leave room for the Holy Spirit. No performance, no pressure—just a quiet, prayerful space to rest in God’s presence.
Meet Janine
Janine Brisebois understands that grief isn't a problem to be solved, but a journey to be shared. With a background in psychology and years of trauma-informed ministry, Janine is known for her grounded, compassionate presence. She specializes in "unnamed grief"—those seasons where faith feels shaky and life feels disrupted. She creates a space where you don’t have to explain yourself or have the answers; you just have to show up as you are.
Your Weekend Journey
Day 1: A warm welcome, gentle storytelling, and simple ways to calm your nervous system.
Day 2: Moving through the recovery process with guided journaling and supportive connection.
Day 3: Building a personal plan for resilience and honoring your journey with a closing ceremony.
Come as you are.
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